We are currently in the design stage for this project and would like to partner
with NU faculty or staff to share knowledge and resources to make this project a success. The idea of a controlled environment
greenhouse has many benefits such as: 1) grow food and fish year round, 2) locally grown in rural Nebraska, 3) innovative
business model for food entrepreneurs, 4) self-sufficient operation using solar energy as only fuel source, 5) support rural
entrepreneurship and rural jobs, 6) dependable, sustainable and net-zero greenhouse gas emissions operation.

Produce and fish will be sold to local
markets. The site location has not been selected but will take ideas and give preference to potential project partners.

We plan to apply
for the RFI's research and engagement grant and would like to invite the NU community and all rural leaders to be part of
this project. For more information please write to solar@nebraskagreenenergy.com or call Ed Toribio
(308) 293-3407.

All inquiries will be received and taken into consideration before Friday August 24th. The RFI grant will be used
as a "seed grant" and part of more external funding; however, we have another grant deadline that we have to meet
soon so if you have a desire/interest in helping with this project, get in contact with us ASAP.

You can also contact Michael Shonka (402)
850-7973 to receive more information.

Thank you,Ed Toribio

Energize Nebraska is a rural non-profit working to create thriving rural communities through the development and
use of renewable energy.

Energize Nebraska exists
to promote development of small renewable generation. Harvesting Nebraska's abundant natural resources to provide heat,
hot water, bio-fuels and electricity can create numerous opportunities for our residents, from economic benefits to energy
independence, from job creation to sustain growth of our communities, small renewable generation is a fundamental
tool we must utilize to move Nebraska forward into the future. Energize Nebraska believes in the potential of these
resources and we are here to make sure those opportunities become a reality.

Our
main focus is centered in: solar, small wind turbines, solar water heating and small scale biodiesel production.

Any ideas? We encourage you to be involved!

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Clean, Reliable, Endless energy are just a few advantages of using wind and solar to power your
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at home. Also, protect yourself against rate hikes and increase the value of your property while becoming energy
independent and protecting the environment.

Renewable energy tax
credits available:

30%
of total cost credit for solar electric and solar hot water systems.